If you've never made hummus at home you should absolutely try this recipe so you realize just how easy and inexpensive it is to make your own hummus! Perfect for a party (cough cough Super Bowl) or just as a snack for yourself!

Also, most hummus recipes call for tahini...unless you're literally making hummus, who has tahini in their cabinet? It's also not the easiest thing to find in stores. SO I give you this breaking secret: you can use sesame oil instead!

Serves: 6-8

Ingredients.

1 can cooked chickpeas (15.5 oz)

3 cups cooked beets, chopped

5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

2 cloves garlic, chopped

1 lemon, juiced

1/4 teaspoon of sesame oil

3/4 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For topping (optional--but recommended for the "pretty" factor):

Extra virgin olive oil

Freshly cracked black pepper

Small slices of lemon peel

To serve with:

I used sliced cucumbers, baby carrots, pita chips and whole wheat naan (Indian bread) that I grilled on a grill pan

Step(s).

Step 1. In a food processor (or blender), add in all the ingredients...and blend. That's it guys.

Tip: Depending on your food processor/blender you may need to help it along. Stop when it doesn't seem to be doing anything, turn it OFF, then mix it with a spoon or rubber spatula. If need be, add a little more olive oil!